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Lotus Elise

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T858 EWWMOT history

T858 EWW is a purple petrol Lotus Elise first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 66,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
66,019 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T858 EWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T858 EWW was last recorded at 66,019 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,016 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,019 miles
  • 2024 – 65,850 miles
  • 2023 – 65,718 miles
  • 2022 – 65,398 miles
  • 2021 – 65,198 miles
  • 2020 – 65,100 miles
  • 2019 – 65,060 miles
  • 2018 – 64,468 miles
  • 2017 – 64,007 miles
  • 2016 – 63,619 miles
  • 2015 – 62,115 miles
  • 2014 – 60,815 miles
  • 2013 – 58,478 miles
  • 2012 – 57,570 miles
  • 2011 – 57,088 miles
  • 2010 – 54,889 miles
  • 2009 – 52,661 miles
  • 2008 – 48,975 miles
  • 2007 – 46,716 miles
  • 2006 – 42,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,019 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,019 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    66,019 miles
    Test number
    426233337175
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,016 miles (+166)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,016 miles
    Test number
    356091823012
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass65,850 miles (+132)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    65,850 miles
    Test number
    959959282147
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass65,718 miles (+320)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,718 miles
    Test number
    847309303126
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight switch bit sticky in operation

  5. Pass65,398 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,398 miles
    Test number
    659944603813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,198 miles (+98)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,198 miles
    Test number
    846848560133
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass65,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,100 miles
    Test number
    379950709865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,100 miles (+40)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,100 miles
    Test number
    461051872077
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass65,060 miles (+592)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,060 miles
    Test number
    414673833760
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow not visible due to underpanels fitted (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass64,468 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,468 miles
    Test number
    736650873678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,007 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,007 miles
    Test number
    497143485092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,619 miles (+1,504)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    298115810625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,115 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,115 miles
    Test number
    537081521439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,815 miles (+2,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,815 miles
    Test number
    259895224385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass58,478 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,478 miles
    Test number
    397006323302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,570 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,570 miles
    Test number
    369678622368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,562 miles (+474)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,562 miles
    Test number
    186555822378
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    685141921331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,088 miles (+2,199)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    909021521302
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  20. Pass54,889 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,889 miles
    Test number
    193904720384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,825 miles (+2,164)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,825 miles
    Test number
    213999690228
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass52,661 miles (+3,686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,661 miles
    Test number
    480820709468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass48,975 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    48,975 miles
    Test number
    832325118308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,716 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,716 miles
    Test number
    413332017365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,384 miles
    Test number
    172503706375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T858 EWW

Does T858 EWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T858 EWW is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T858 EWW?
The MOT on T858 EWW is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T858 EWW done?
T858 EWW was recorded at 66,019 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 1,239 miles a year.
Has T858 EWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T858 EWW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T858 EWW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T858 EWW find?
T858 EWW passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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